Computer Programmer, Honeywell, Incorporated, Boston, MA; Co-Founder, Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, WA; Chief Executive Officer, Vulcan Properties, Seattle, WA.

Graduate, Lakeside School, Seattle, WA; Coursework, Washington State University, Pullman, WA, two years;

His father was Kenneth S. Allen, an associate director of the University of Washington Libraries, and his mother, Faye G. Allen. Paul Allen has been a very generous benefactor to the University of Washington Library System, donating in memory of his parents.

Member, Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;